What is it about this seminar that you would recommend to others?
"Barry is an excellent orator and communicator. I personally found the seminar
very interesting, and believe it should be made available to wider audiences"...Heather Overy, Executive Director, Invermere Chamber
How did the seminar meet with your expectations?
"Very good, informative and accurate. A must for communities outside areas of
film commissions"...Warner E Einer, former production manager
How did the seminar meet with your expectations?
"Great - new ideas, how to etc., A great promotional idea for our Chamber of Commerce"...Patricia Kilback, Radium Hotsprings Lodge
Barry Casson is an articulate and well-spoken presenter and he quickly had the attention of the very deverse crowd that included unemployed individuals, students of Okanagan University College, OUC Instructors, clients and staff of CTAC and other service providers. Barry was able to open up a huge array of prospective jobs and thus gave new hope and ideas to his audience. He was very enthusiastic. I would not hesitate to have Barry back to deliver another one of his powerful seminars." - Rob Kjarsgaard
Program Administrator, Career Technical Center], Vernon, B.C.
Barry Casson's workshops are
interesting, engaging and informative. He offers an insiders's perspective
and reinforces the skills we teach in video arts by providing the authority
of a professional. In addition to being a skilled filmmaker, Barry is
an excellent teacher." Brian Whitmore
Fine Arts Department Head
Spectrum Community School
Victoria, B.C.
"Barry imparts great enthusiasm for the
film industry.......The seminar evaluations were very positive." Shawna MacIvor
Prince George Film Commission
"....Everyone rated you (Barry) the instructor
as excellent....As a direct result on the manner in which you conducted
the seminar, and the response we have from participants, we will have
to have you back again." Rino Elverhoy
Film Commissioner
Thompson-Nicola Regional District
"Barry has the ability to capture the participants
interest and encourage excitement about filmmaking!" Stewart Duncan
Classroom Connections Inc.
"I was impressed with the amount of information
passed on in such a short amount of time." Chris Dooley
Merrit, B.C.
"Barry is extremely knowledgeable and very
well prepared. I got far more than my money's worth." Karen Savage
Ashcroft, B.C.
"I learned a lot...It was money well-spent." Darcy Liepold
Moosejaw, Sask.
"An excellent building ground for future
filmmakers." Marty Naucler
Vancouver, B.C.
"Just bring your enthusiasm.......You will
gain knowledge, technique and experience!" Hideharu Watanabe
Tokyo, Japan
“Regarding our video”Finding the
Right Path”. From vision to final edit, you and your studio have
been key to this development. This is our second involvement with your
talented team. Now, even more, I would not hesitate to recommend Casson
Pictures and its abilities to anyone seeking to develop a video or communication
too.” Bill Standeven
Programand Services Officer
Employment and Immigration Canada
“Wow!! After viewing the first preview
of the promotional video, out management team agreed that you and your
crew have done an absolutely fantasic job.” Sincerely
Michael Maniec
Facilities Supervisor
EHS Administrator
Kennamental Ltd.
Victoria, B.C.
“I hired Barry Casson to make a video
for me and I must say I was delighted with the results. Better yet, Barry
and his company were outstanding to work with. Everyone on his crew was
as caring as he was.” Rita A. Roy-Wilson CHA CTP
President and CEO
Friendship Developments LTD – d.b.a.
Ramada Huntingdon Manor and Gatsby Mansion
“A short note to thank you for the fantastic
job you did on our Princess Mary Corporate Video. Your overall concept
and outstanding photography have provided us with a valuable tool for
increasing our sales.” Bill Lang
General Manager
“Mr. Casson used his extensive knowledge
and experience to create an exceptional video. The production exceeded
all our expectations and we have received rave reviews from clients worlwide.” Earl Davies
Director of Golf
Olympic View Golf Course Ltd.
“"Barry was able over a short period of time, to help us appreciate the complexity of human and equipment requirements necessary for even the smallest of film productions. His interactive presentation was replete with humour, historical anecdotes, advice, and information that put us miles ahead in terms of understanding this industry. I hope to have him back again" Jon Wilsgard Manager of Community Economic Development Kicking Horse Country - Golden and Area
“How did the seminar meet with your expectations?
"Excellent. Explained many areas of film production and
community involvement" Columbia Valley Arts Council.
“What is it about this seminar that you would recommend to others?
"Good guidelines that make it possible for an idea to become reality" Education, College of the Rockies
“What is it about this seminar you would recommend to to others?
"Clear information, well presented" Ruth Kowalski, Golden Chamber
“What is it about this presentation that you would recommend to others?
"The topics - the enthusiasm and knowledge or the presenter".
Gary Simpson - College of the Rockies
“What was the most valuable piece of information that you learned from this seminar?
"Marketing tips, community preparedness, complexity of filming" Economic Development
“What is it about this seminar that you would recommend to others?
"The value of community involvement in the process" Teacher, Golden Secondary School
